Behringer VS1520 User manual

Brand: Behringer

Model: VS1520

Category: Musical Equipment

Type: User manual

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User Manual

EUROLIVE

VS1220/VS1220F/

VS1520

High-Performance 600-Watt PA

Speaker with 12" / 15" Woofer

and Electro-Dynamic Driver

Thank you

Thank you for purchasing one of our EUROLIVE VS series

loudspeakers. These loudspeakers oﬀer powerful, pristine sound

reinforcement in a lightweight, portable package. Furthermore,

they can act as pieces to an expandable sound system, with ¼" TS

inputs and outputs, pole mounting sockets and recessed handles.

Heavy duty low-frequency drivers deliver thumping bass and

powerful midrange clarity while high-frequency compression

drivers cut through the mix with smooth, shimmering treble. We’re

certain these versatile loudspeakers will bring you years of faithful

sound reinforcement and ensure that your music is heard the way

it should be!

Table of Contents

Thank you ..................................................................... 1

Important Safety Instructions ................................... 2

1. Before You Get Started ........................................... 3

2. Connections ............................................................ 3

3. Optimal Operation ................................................. 4

4. Additional Considerations .................................... 5

5. Application Examples ............................................ 5

6. Speciﬁcations .......................................................... 7

Legal Disclaimer .......................................................... 8

Warranty ....................................................................... 9

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Important Safety Instructions

Caution

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the top

cover (or the rear section). No user serviceable parts inside;

refer servicing to qualiﬁed personnel.

Warning

To reduce the risk of ﬁre or electric shock, do not expose this

appliance to rain and moisture. The apparatus shall not be

exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects ﬁlled with

liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Caution

This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to the presence

of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure—

voltage that may be suﬃcient to constitute a risk of shock.

Caution

This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to important

operating and maintenance instructions in the

accompanying literature. Please read the manual.

Caution

Read these instructions.

{1}.

Keep these instructions.

{2}.

Heed all warnings.

{3}.

Follow all instructions.

{4}.

Do not use this device near water.

{5}.

Clean only with a dry cloth.

{6}.

Be sure to mount your speakers on a solid, stable and level base or stand.

{7}.

Vibrating ﬂoors do not provide reliable support for speaker enclosures

or stacks.

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,

{8}.

or other apparatus (including ampliﬁers) that produce heat.

Only use attachments/accessories speciﬁed by the manufacturer.

{9}.

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or

[10].

table speciﬁed by the manufacturer, or sold with the

device. When a cart is used, use caution when moving

the cart/device combination to avoid injury from

stumbling over it.

Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel.

[11].

Servicing is required when the unit has been damaged in any way, liquid has

been spilled or objects have fallen into the device, the unit has been exposed

to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the

[12].

manufacturer’s instructions.

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Before You Get Started1.

Shipment1.1

Your VS series loudspeaker was carefully packed at the assem-

bly plant to assure secure transport. Should the condition of

the cardboard box suggest that damage may have taken place,

please inspect the unit immediately and look for physical indica-

tions of damage.

Damaged equipment should NEVER be sent directly to us.

◊

Please inform the dealer from whom you acquired the unit

immediately as well as the transportation company from

which you took delivery. Otherwise, all claims for replace-

ment/repair may be rendered invalid.

Please always use the original packaging to avoid damage

◊

due to storage or shipping.

Never let unsupervised children play with the loudspeaker

◊

or with its packaging.

Please dispose of all packaging materials in an environmen-

◊

tally friendly fashion.

Online registration1.2

Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER

equipment right after your purchase by visiting

http://www.behringer.com (alternatively www.behringer.de) and

kindly read the terms and conditions of our warranty carefully.

Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, our goal is to

have it repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty

service, please contact the retailer from whom the equipment

was purchased. Should your BEHRINGER dealer not be located

in your vicinity, you may directly contact one of our subsidiaries.

Corresponding contact information is included in the original

equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European

Contact Information). Should your country not be listed, please

contact the distributor nearest you. A list of distributors can be

found in the support area of our website (www.behringer.com/

support). Registering your purchase and equipment with us

helps us process your repair claims quicker and more efciently.

Thank you for your cooperation!

Basic operation1.3

Using the VS series loudspeakers is easy and intuitive. Simply

follow these steps to achieve the best possible sound:

Plug the line-level outputs from a sound source such as a 1.

mixer or stereo system into a power amp of appropriate size

(see 4.2 Power amp rating). Make sure the sound source and

amplier are turned off.

Using ¼" TS speaker cables, plug the power amp output into 2.

the ¼" input on the back of the speaker. DO NOT use instru-

ment cables (i.e., guitar cords) for this connection!

If using a pair of VS loudspeakers, run the amp in stereo 3.

operation. If using just one loudspeaker, mono operation is

preferable.

If using four or more loudspeakers, there are a few ways to 4.

make the connections. The rst is to use two power amps,

one for each pair. Another is to connect the rst pair of loud-

speakers in normal stereo operation, then use the ¼" output

jacks on the back of the loudspeakers to link the second pair

of loudspeakers. This way each channel on the power amp is

driving two loudspeakers. Make sure that the wattage and

ohm rating are appropriate for this situation.

Caution – Never connect multiple power amps to one loud-5.

speaker. Doing so could cause the very fabric of reality to

unravel, sending the entire universe into oblivion. Worse yet,

it could destroy your ampliers and loudspeaker.

Turn the sound source on (mixer, stereo, etc.). 6.

Make sure the volume/gain control on the power amp is 7.

turned all the way down, and then turn the power on.

Activate the sound source, whether it is playing music from 8.

a CD player or speaking into a microphone, and adjust the

levels. Gradually raise the power amp volume level to desir-

able level. If distortion occurs, turn the power amp volume

down. Should the problem persist, make sure distortion is

not occurring at the sound source. If you reach the desired

volume level by barely turning up the power amp level/gain,

turn the sound source output down to allow the power amp

to push the speakers more.

Rock ‘n Roll!9.

Connections 2.

The VS series features two parallel ¼" TS loudspeaker

[1]

inputs. You can connect one of the connectors to the output

on your power amp and tap into the signal from the amp

on the second connector, in order, for example, to feed this

signal into an additional loudspeaker.

Fig. 2.1 Connector panel

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ATTENTION: Never connect the output signals of different

◊

power amps to both parallel inputs at the same time. This

may permanently damage your equipment.

When several loudspeakers are wired

◊

in parallel, the overall impedance Z

be handled by the power amp can be

calculated, as shown here, from the individual impedance

values of the connected speakers:

For the VS series, here are typical connection scenarios:

Two 8 Ohm speakers in parallel = 4 Ohms

Four 8 Ohm speakers in parallel = 2 Ohms

Two 4 Ohm speakers in parallel = 2 Ohms

Four 4 Ohm speakers in parallel = 1 Ohm

Your amplier may be damaged if the actual impedance

◊

drops below its input impedance. Please make sure that

the calculated total impedance Z

is not smaller than the

minimum impedance specied for your amplier.

Optimal Operation3.

We have developed the VS series for use in a wide range of

possible applications. Of course, the sound of your loudspeak-

ers depends on the acoustic characteristics of the room/space

in which they are being used. The following chapters of this

manual will give you information about getting the most out of

your EUROLIVE loudspeakers.

Loudspeaker placement3.1

Here are some tips to get optimal sound and performance from

your loudspeaker(s):

Elevate the loudspeaker at or above head level. High frequen-•

cies are the segment of the audio spectrum responsible for

clarity and speech intelligibility. They can get mufed by the

front row of the audience, so we recommend positioning your

loudspeakers so the high-frequency drivers are slightly above

the height of the audience. The more you can get everyone in

direct earshot, the better. Imagine the loudspeaker is a giant

ashlight, and you want to illuminate everyone in the room.

Avoid placing full-range loudspeakers in a corner or right next •

to a wall. This enhances the low frequencies and can cause

the sound to get muddy. Subwoofers may be placed almost

anywhere since low frequencies are not highly directional.

Make sure that the loudspeakers are not in a place where they •

could be knocked over by dancing audience members, overly

eccentric stage performers, sudden earthquakes, etc.

Some rooms, such as gymnasiums and auditoriums, create a •

large amount of natural reverb, making it difcult to maintain

intelligible sound. Laying carpet or rugs on the ground and

curtains across windows or brick walls will help dampen the

reections and improve the overall sound.

How to prevent feedback3.2

Always place the “front of house” speakers ahead of the micro-

phones (from the audience’s perspective), and never behind. Use

professional oor monitors or an in-ear monitoring system to

allow the stage performers to hear.

How to avoid feedback when 3.3

working with record players

(DJ applications)

In applications with record players, bass feedback can occur.

Bass feedback occurs when low frequencies get back to the

pickup and are reproduced on the loudspeakers. The most

common causes for this are: speakers located too closely to

the record player, a room with a wooden oor, or presence of a

podium or a platform. In such cases, it is best to move the loud-

speakers away from the record player and remove them from the

stage, so that they are located on rm ground. Another option

is to use raised stands, which prevent the loudspeakers from

having a direct contact with the ground.

Loudspeaker protection by using a 3.4

low-cut ﬁlter

Try to prevent damage to your loudspeakers caused by extreme

oscillation of the low-frequency driver due to subsonic noise

and extremely deep frequencies. Use an equalizer to cut off

those frequencies that fall below your loudspeakers’ frequency

range, or use a low-cut/high-pass lter. Most equalizers and

sound-improvement systems offer a low-cut function, like the

BEHRINGER ULTRAGRAPH DIGITAL DEQ1024, for example.

Using a low-cut lter in your signal path is particularly recom-

mended if you use record players or CD players as your signal

source. CD players often produce extremely deep frequencies,

which can lead to extreme excursions of the low-frequency

driver.

Fig. 2.3 ¼" TS loudspeaker connector

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Additional Considerations4.

Length and diameter of loudspeaker 4.1

cables

Loudspeaker cables whose diameter is too small can consider-

ably limit the power amp performance. The longer the cable,

the more pronounced the problem. As a result, musicians

often simply “turn up” the amp, which can lead to loudspeaker

damage. Therefore, don’t use cables longer than 15 m (45 ft.).

For most applications, this will not be necessary. Cable diameter

should be at least 14 - 12 gauge.

Power amp rating4.2

Selecting the right amp can turn out to be rather difcult.

Therefore, stick to the following rule of thumb: the power rating

of your amp should be roughly twice the loudspeaker load capac-

ity. A loudspeaker rated at 200 Watts continuous performance

can easily be powered by an amp rated at 400 Watts output

power. An optimal addition to your speaker system would be the

BEHRINGER EUROPOWER EP2000 power amp, for example.

Fuses4.3

We do not recommend the use of fuses with loudspeaker applica-

tions. Damage to loudspeakers can be the result of high peak

signals and high output power. However, fuses can only offer

protection from one of these two factors, and never from both.

Additionally, fuse resistances are sometimes nonlinear, leading

to distortion and unpredictable overdriving.

Protecting your equipment4.4

Always try to nd the optimal signal level. Avoid overdriving •

your amp.

Keep in mind the physical limitations of your PA system.•

Use a limiter to restrict the output signal level. Place the •

limiter between the mixing console and the power amp. For

this purpose, our proven AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600,

COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600 and MULTICOM PRO-XL

MDX4600 compressors offer an outstanding solution. All

models can be used as a limiter: the audio signal doesn’t

overdrive any more, and unpleasant “peaks” are effectively

avoided.

Our ULTRADRIVE PRO DCX2496 and SUPER-X CX3400/

◊

CX2310 crossovers are particularly well-suited for protect-

ing your equipment: for each output, they have

independent limiters.

Application Examples5.

Full-range stereo operation5.1

In this example, the main output signal of a mixing console is

connected to a power amplier. Both the outputs and inputs are

stereo. A full-range VS series loudspeaker is connected to each of

the amplier outputs, and these loudspeakers reproduce the

entire frequency range.

EUROLIVE

VS1520

EUROPOWER EP2000

XENYX 1202FX

Fig. 5.1 Full-range stereo operation

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Full-range stereo operation with 5.2

ﬂoor monitors

This example is a variation of the example above, with the

addition of several VS1220F oor monitors. Two separate

monitor outputs from the mixing console are connected to the

inputs of a stereo power amplier. A VS1220F is connected to

each amplier output, and a second VS1220F is connected to the

parallel outputs of the rst set of VS1220F monitors.

EUROLIVE VS1220F

EUROLIVE VS1220

EUROPOWER EP2000

AUX 1

SEND

LR AUX 2

SEND

EUROPOWER EP2000

XENYX 2442FX

Fig. 5.2 Full-range stereo operation with oor monitors

Two-way stereo operation with a 5.3

crossover, full-range loudspeakers and

subwoofers

Using an external active crossover, the main output signal of a

mixing console is split into two signals. One signal covers the

lower frequency range and the other signal covers the mid and

high frequency range. The recommended crossover frequency is

150 Hz. Then, the mid-high frequency signal is connected to a

stereo power amplier. A VS series loudspeaker is connected to

each of the amplier outputs. The low-frequency signal is

connected to an additional power amplier, which powers two

subwoofers.

EUROLIVE VS1220 EUROLIVE VP1800S

EUROPOWER EP2000

SUPER-X PRO CX2310

XENYX 1202FX

Fig. 5.3 Two-way stereo operation with subwoofers

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Speciﬁcations6.

Continuous Power (IEC 60268-5)

VS1220 150W

VS1220F 150 W

VS1520 150 W

Peak Power

VS1220 600 W

VS1220F 600 W

VS1520 600 W

Type

VS1220 2-way full-range loudspeaker

VS1220F 2-way full-range loudspeaker

VS1520 2-way full-range loudspeaker

Frequency Response

VS1220 60 Hz – 20 kHz

VS1220F 55 Hz – 20 kHz

VS1520 50 Hz – 20 kHz

Impedance

VS1220 8 Ohms

VS1220F 8 Ohms

VS1520 8 Ohms

Sound Pressure Level (SPL)

VS1220 93 dB (Full space, 1 W @ 1 m)

VS1220F 93 dB (Full space, 1 W @ 1 m)

VS1520 94 dB (Full space, 1 W @ 1 m)

Dispersion

VS1220 80° x 40°

VS1220F 80° x 40°

VS1520 80° x 40°

Crossover Frequency

VS1220 3.5 kHz

VS1220F 3.5 kHz

VS1520 3.0 kHz

Rigging Fittings

VS1220 ergonomically shaped handle;

integral tripod/stand adapter

VS1220F ergonomically shaped handle

VS1520 ergonomically shaped handle;

integral tripod/stand adapter

HF Driver

VS1220 Dual electro-dynamic drivers

VS1220F Dual electro-dynamic drivers

VS1520 Dual electro-dynamic drivers

LF Driver

VS1220 12 in / 307 mm

VS1220F 12 in / 307 mm

VS1520 15 in / 385 mm

Width

VS1220 14.6 in / 370 mm

VS1220F 17.3 in / 440 mm

VS1520 17.9 in / 455 mm

Height

VS1220 23.6 in / 600 mm

VS1220F 16.9 in / 430 mm

VS1520 27.0 in / 685 mm

Depth

VS1220 16.9 in / 430 mm

VS1220F 22.6 in / 575 mm

VS1520 18.3 in / 465 mm

Weight

VS1220 37.7 lb / 17.1 kg

VS1220F 34.2 lb / 15.5 kg

VS1520 48.3 lb / 21.9 kg

BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these

eﬀorts, modiﬁcations may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice. Speciﬁ-

cations and appearance may diﬀer from those listed or illustrated.

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Legal Disclaimer

Technical specications and appearance are subject to change without

notice. The information contained herein is correct at the time of printing.

BEHRINGER, accepts no liability for any loss which may be suffered by any

person who relies either wholly or in part upon any description, photograph or

statement contained herein. Colors and specications may vary slightly from

product. Our products are sold through authorized dealers only. Distributors

and dealers are not agents of BEHRINGER, and have absolutely no authority

to bind BEHRINGER, by any express or implied undertaking or representation.

No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any

means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording of any

kind, for any purpose, without the express written permission of BEHRINGER

International GmbH.

Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Str. 36-38, 47877 Willich, Germany.

Tel. +49 2154 9206 0, Fax +49 2154 9206 4903

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Warranty

Other warranty rights and national law§ 1

This warranty does not exclude or limit the buyer’s statutory rights

[1].

provided by national law, in particular, any such rights against the seller

that arise from a legally effective purchase contract.

The warranty regulations mentioned herein are applicable unless they

[2].

constitute an infringement of national warranty law.

Online registration§ 2

Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after

your purchase by visiting http://www.behringer.com and kindly read the terms

and conditions of our warranty carefully. Registering your purchase and equip-

ment with us helps us process your repair claims quicker and more ef ciently.

Thank you for your cooperation!

Warranty§ 3

BEHRINGER (BEHRINGER International GmbH including all

[1].

BEHRINGER subsidiaries, except BEHRINGER Japan) warrants the

mechanical and electronic components of this product to be free of defects

in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year

from the original

date of purchase, in accordance with the warranty regulations described

below. If the product shows any defects within the speci ed warranty

period that are not excluded from this warranty as described under § 5,

BEHRINGER shall, at its discretion, either replace or repair the product

using suitable new or reconditioned parts. In the case that other parts are

used which constitute an improvement, BEHRINGER may, at its discretion,

charge the customer for the additional cost of these parts.

If the warranty claim proves to be justi ed, the product will be returned to

[2].

the user freight prepaid.

Warranty claims other than those indicated above are expressly excluded.

[3].

Return authorization number§ 4

To obtain warranty service, the buyer (or his authorized dealer) must

[1].

call BEHRINGER during normal business hours BEFORE returning the

product. All inquiries must be accompanied by a description of the problem.

BEHRINGER will then issue a return authorization number.

Subsequently, the product must be returned in its original shipping carton,

[2].

together with the return authorization number to the address indicated by

BEHRINGER.

Shipments without freight prepaid will not be accepted.

[3].

Warranty regulations§ 5

Warranty services will be furnished only if the product is accompanied by a

[1].

copy of the original retail dealer’s invoice. Any product deemed eligible for

repair or replacement under the terms of this warranty will be repaired or

replaced.

If the product needs to be modi ed or adapted in order to comply with appli-

[2].

cable technical or safety standards on a national or local level, in any coun-

try which is not the country for which the product was originally developed

and manufactured, this modi cation/adaptation shall not be considered a

defect in materials or workmanship. The warranty does not cover any such

modi cation/adaptation, irrespective of whether it was carried out properly

or not. Under the terms of this warranty, BEHRINGER shall not be held

responsible for any cost resulting from such a modi cation/adaptation.

Free inspections and maintenance/repair work are expressly excluded from

[3].

this warranty, in particular, if caused by improper handling of the product

by the user. This also applies to defects caused by normal wear and tear, in

particular, of faders, crossfaders, potentiometers, keys/buttons, tubes, guitar

strings, illuminants and similar parts.

Damage/defects caused by the following conditions are not covered by this

[4].

warranty:

improper handling, neglect or failure to operate the unit in compliance •

with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals;

connection or operation of the unit in any way that does not comply with •

the technical or safety regulations applicable in the country where the

product is used;

damage/defects caused by force majeure or any other condition that is •

beyond the control of BEHRINGER.

Any repair or opening of the unit carried out by unauthorized personnel

[5].

(user included) will void the warranty.

If an inspection of the product by BEHRINGER shows that the defect in

[6].

question is not covered by the warranty, the inspection costs are payable by

the customer.

Products which do not meet the terms of this warranty will be repaired ex-

[7].

clusively at the buyer’s expense. BEHRINGER will inform the buyer of any

such circumstance. If the buyer fails to submit a written repair order within

6 weeks after noti cation, BEHRINGER will return the unit C.O.D. with

a separate invoice for freight and packing. Such costs will also be invoiced

separately when the buyer has sent in a written repair order.

Warranty transferability§ 6

This warranty is extended exclusively to the original buyer (customer of retail

dealer) and is not transferable to anyone who may subsequently purchase this

product. No other person (retail dealer, etc.) shall be entitled to give any war-

ranty promise on behalf of BEHRINGER.

Claim for damage§ 7

Failure of BEHRINGER to provide proper warranty service shall not entitle

the buyer to claim (consequential) damages. In no event shall the liability of

BEHRINGER exceed the invoiced value of the product.

Customers in the European Union please contact BEHRINGER Germany Support for further details.

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Spanish, Italian, Russian, Polish, Dutch, Finnish, Swedish,

Danish, Portugese, Greek, Japanese and Chinese. There may

also be more current versions of this document. Download them

by going to the appropriate product page at:

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